Good morning, Pocatello.

Pocatello Animal Services partnered with Phil Meador Subaru for a Pupkin adoption event as part of Subaru Loves Pets month—adopters chose their own fees, received an adoption kit, and spent one-on-one time with pets despite cold, rainy weather.

Valley Mission is hosting a 24‑hour event called Conversations on a Bench this Thursday and Friday to change how people see homelessness in Pocatello—starting at 1:00 p.m. Thursday at 422 North Arthur Ave the event will be livestreamed and feature one‑on‑one talks with local leaders, donors and former program participants.

Bannock County announced it is updating the Area of City Impact boundaries—areas used to plan roads, utilities, and services—to manage future growth.

Public hearings will be held on October 21 at the county courthouse with the Pocatello area hearing set for 2:00 p.m.

Ann Swanson, a lifelong Pocatello resident and Pocatello High School graduate who studied as a Fulbright Scholar in Spain, held an informational meeting at Barricade in Historic Downtown Pocatello on Sunday as she ran for Seat 6 on the City Council—she focused on the shortage of affordable and starter homes and has knocked on over 700 doors to learn local concerns. The election will be held on November 4.

ASTA on the Go! in Pocatello, Idaho

3:30-5:30 p.m. — Hampton Inn & Suites Pocatello — RSVP required — Engage with top travel suppliers and enhance your industry knowledge.

Idaho State BJJ Championship 2025

9 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Century High School — Entry fees applicable — Compete in Kids and Adult BJJ divisions with GI and NOGI formats.

Red Hat Enterprise Linux Systems Admin I Training

Nov 3-7 — HansenAthletics — $2250 — Comprehensive training for aspiring Linux system administrators focusing on essential tools and techniques.

Westminster Griffins vs. Idaho State Bengals Women’s Basketball

11 a.m. — Recreation & Wellness at Reed Gym — Check for ticket availability — Catch the action as the Griffins take on the Bengals in an exciting women's college basketball matchup.